FINE ART PREVIEW COLLECTABLE ARTWORK FOR A CONTEMPORARY LIFESTYLE APRIL EDITION Contact the gallery to discuss the opportunities of purchasing ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY YOUR FAVOURITE ARTIST Original Painting by Emma Davis Title: A Fresh Start, Spring 03 Reflections 04 Mackenzie Thorpe Famous Face 12 in a Crowd Welcome to the Craig Alan latest edition of Fine Art Preview which presents a spectacular celebration of contemporary art for April. All of these exclusive limited editions are available to pre- The Big Tease 16 Jack order online today, or can be viewed in the Vettriano gallery after their release dates. Featuring six of the most acclaimed artists on the contemporary scene, these collections whisk us from the vintage promenades of the Cote D’Azur to the wild meadows of Yorkshire in the company of flirtatious couples and magical creatures. Two major highlights are our inaugural collection of lyrical abstracts Spellbound from the extraordinary Simon Kenny, and an 20 Kerry Darlington inspirational series of ‘Reflections’ from the great Mackenzie Thorpe. And don’t be late for your Royal Appointment…. Wild and Free 30 Gary Benfield Infinite 40 Impressions Simon Kenny 04 MACKENZIE THORPE REFLECTIONS 2016 was an eventful year in the first, and then his second, grandchild. Thorpe household. As the months But in the midst of so much joy came unfolded, Mackenzie celebrated his some darker moments when he found 60th birthday and the birth of his himself dealing with a diagnosis of cancer. Following treatment, Mackenzie is now happily and gratefully in remission. After experiencing such major life- changing events, he found himself in a reflective mood, revisiting thoughts and memories reaching back into his own childhood. With an energy and vision that is typical of him, he has used this well of experience to create a joyful and life affirming body of work, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in his life. So ask Mackenzie what his first releases of 2017 are about and he will answer with one word: ‘reflections’. REFLECTIONS MACKENZIE THORPE 05 “Fresh as the new day It may be cold on the outside but together always warm within” MORNING SNOW Edition of 295 Paper Edition Size 20” x 22” Framed £595 06 MACKENZIE THORPE REFLECTIONS “I love those who grow brave by reflection.” Leonardo da Vinci REFLECTIONS MACKENZIE THORPE 07 AFTER THE STORM Edition of 125 Paper Edition Size 24” x 15” Framed £495 After The Storm The rain came and wind sped across the sky Till I saw the world anew After the Storm. 08 MACKENZIE THORPE REFLECTIONS The Bringer of Love When the world seems like a desert or filled by the oceans Look into the eyes of a child and see reflections of all the hope and love you’ll ever need. THE BRINGER OF LOVE Edition of 195 Cold Cast Porcelain Size 12” x 8” £995 REFLECTIONS MACKENZIE THORPE 09 With the lightest of touches and the most glorious and vibrant of palettes Mackenzie has composed a series of works which embrace the broadest spectrum of human experience. Humour, nostalgia and tenderness sit side by side with his musings on love and life, happiness and joy, sorrow, pain and isolation – but the overall feeling is one of optimism and hope for the future. In these personally selected new releases, we see thoughts from the child he once was: The Fastest Car in the World for instance, represents the splendid fantasy car that he always dreamed of owning as a little boy. Alongside these memories, we have more philosophical or visionary FASTEST CAR IN THE WORLD pieces, which explore the interior life Edition of 75 of the artist, those things which can Canvas on Board Size 42” x 27” only be found in his heart, soul and Framed £1,500 imagination. Big Red A flash of red on a sky of blue it’s the largest and fastest, thing up there! BIG RED Edition of 75 Canvas on Board Size 42” x 27” Framed £1,500 10 MACKENZIE THORPE REFLECTIONS Mackenzie’s unique, highly memorable visual style has made him one of the most recognised and collected contemporary British artists across the world. Working as an artist since 1989, he has created one of the most loved and acclaimed oeuvres in contemporary art. His original paintings, published works and sculpture are held in private and corporate collections across the globe, from Japan to Australia, from the USA to New Zealand, as well as Europe and the UK. His collectors include famous names from the worlds of sport, music, film, politics and royalty. He has also undertaken many prestigious commissions for clients ranging from The Andre Agassi Foundation and the Elton John Aids Foundation to Princess Anne and William Hague. Click here to purchase artwork from Mackenzie Thorpe AVAILABLE FROM EARLY APRIL REFLECTIONS MACKENZIE THORPE 11 IT’S ONLY A BEE Edition of 295 Paper Edition Size 24” x 13” Framed £525 12 CRAIG ALAN FAMOUS FACE IN A CROWD FAMOUS FACE IN A CROWD CRAIG ALAN 13 BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT Edition of 95 Embellished Box Canvas Size 30” x 30” Framed £1,495 FAMOUS FACE IN A CROWD CRAIGALAN Life is not a snapshot. It might take a little time, but eventually you’ll see the big picture. Looking at a painting by visionary artist None of them seems aware of the and innovator Craig Alan is a unique part they are playing in Craig’s skilfully experience. Seen at close quarters, it directed production which is created is an intricate pattern of human activity exclusively for us, the outsider, the with a myriad small figures going about audience. Because when we take a step their day to day lives. Some may be back, from the busy crowd something, harried commuters in their business or someone, begins to emerge; an suits, while others are friends passing iconic building, a New York landmark, the time of day with a relaxed chat. or a familiar face perhaps. 14 CRAIG ALAN FAMOUS FACE IN A CROWD In the tradition of his ‘famous stems from my observations. For me, faces in a crowd’ series, this spring the people and how they interact Craig has composed a strangely with each other and what they come elegant image of the young Queen together to make is the most important Elizabeth II. aspect of each painting. We are all symbiotic beings, all part of something Each tiny, perfectly drawn character is seemingly pursuing its own agenda, but as they make their way across the canvas, there is just a split second where they are arrested, mid-stride, to form the likeness of the most famous face in the world. Originally, Craig was inspired by some photographs he had been taking from the sixth-floor balcony of his mother’s apartment in Alabama, observing the shifting shapes in the crowds below. In one shot, a group of people appeared to have formed an eye on the screen of his camera, and this started his creative wheels turning. These complex and beautiful greater and statement pieces combine technical lesser than skill, creativity, wit – and people. By ourselves.” He using hundreds of intricately painted, goes on: “Each exquisite figures Craig makes a piece will contain fascinating philosophical statement. a range of 400 His paintings reflect his own highly to 1,800 people recognisable take on life; it is the small depending on the type of work it is. details that work together to create the I can spend anywhere from 50 to 150 big picture, and individuals can work working hours on one painting.” together to make something bigger and better than themselves. Craig carefully plans and creates each DON’T MISS Craig Alan - tiny figure, all which have their own The Figurescape Tour identity and personality which he has Come and meet Craig as he personally thought through to the finest details. unveils his new collection of show- His cast of characters includes family stopping originals, alongside an array members, friends and models, giving of his latest limited editions. his work a uniquely personal touch. He says: “I try to simulate human behaviour Click here to request an invitation to through each image, this simulation your nearest event. FAMOUS FACE IN A CROWD CRAIG ALAN 15 Click here to purchase artwork from Craig Alan AVAILABLE FROM LATE APRIL 16 JACK VETTRIANO THE BIG TEASE The Big Tease THE BIG TEASE Edition of 100 Paper Edition Size 13” x 15” Framed £650 THE BIG TEASE JACK VETTRIANO 17 The Big Tease bears all the hallmarks that have built Jack Vettriano’s formidable reputation - an almost aggressive boldness of style tempered with nostalgic charm and, of course, compositional brilliance. It is also a powerful example of Jack’s great gift for dramatic suggestion as the enigmatic narrative detail gives us a sense that something is not quite straightforward as the story unfolds in front of us. 18 JACK VETTRIANO THE BIG TEASE The setting of The Big Tease When he was 10, Jack moved with his family from Fife to Leven on the Firth of implies vintage promenade, Forth coast which opened his eyes to the possibilities of what he called “romance yet the characters’ expressions in unexpected locations”. The popular holiday resort would erupt into colour and body language could be and life in the summer and “women in their party frocks” says Jack, would drawn from any time. In the promenade in the sun alongside sharp hands of a more conventional suited men and “things would happen”. artist, a beautifully dressed Although The Big Tease shares this promenade and party frock idea, is also a man and woman staring into response to his more recent experiences.